Workshops for Deaf People: For those of you in the Maryland/DC area, here is a flyer from the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA). Click on the image to make the flyer bigger.
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Nov
2009
ASL = English: ASC is pleased to see the trend of more Deaf professionals taking advantage of the internet and technology to formally present their ideas and research in ASL. Traditionally, even in environments proclaiming bilingualism, there has been a longstanding, often unspoken, message that English still reigns superior to ASL. Compare how readily academic articles published in English receive …
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Aug
2009
A Letter from a Deaf Lawyer for Non-LPC Deaf Counselors
By: Deaf Counseling Center
Category: Audism, Counseling, Employment, Laws
As many of you already know, Deaf counselors are few and far between. The reason for this, in part, may be due to the fact that the national licensure exam for counselors is largely English-centric. Below, we are reprinting a letter from a Deaf lawyer, who is working to rectify the situation, and hopefully, enable more Deaf counselors to obtain …
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Jul
2009
As many of you already know, ASC is a strong advocate of Deaf researchers. Here’s an opportunity to participate a Deaf-run study for those who meet the criteria. The Deaf student is from Eastern Michigan University. Please feel free to pass on the information to anyone you know who may be interested. Seeking Deaf FTM Individuals My name is Mel …
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May
2009
Technology = Accessibility: Here’s a new twist on 12-step meetings. Deaf Off Drugs and Alcohol (DODA) is now offering meetings for Deaf folks via webcam. If anyone is interested in checking out this option, we’ve posted DODA’s flyer below. We’d love to hear back about personal experiences with this exciting new option for support. DODA Announcement: Deaf? Have a problem …
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Mar
2009
Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous Group in Frederick, MD
By: Deaf Counseling Center
Category: Addiction, Events
New Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Group: Many Deaf people find it difficult, if not impossible, to find an accessible Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group they can attend for support and encouragement when dealing with alcohol issues. Even if a mostly hearing group provides an interpreter for meetings, the varying quality and consistency of interpreted meetings can be discouraging. Good news for …
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Feb
2009
Vlog Summary: This depends on a number of things. Some people feel they have reached a desired understanding and change in their lives after several sessions. It is almost comparable to going to see your doctor for a check-up and learning that your body is running fine and you don’t really need to do anything more. Other people may attend …
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Feb
2009
Vlog Summary: Most people go to therapy once a week, while others may go twice a week. Having twice-weekly appointments does not necessarily mean that someone has more serious issues or is in bad shape. Meeting twice a week can often work very well when you want to focus intensively on issues. If time is of urgency, such as when …
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Nov
2008
Isn’t Psychotherapy for People Who are Weak or Crazy?
By: Deaf Counseling Center
Category: Counseling, Videos
Vlog Summary: Think about all the different consultants in our society. There are financial planners, lawyers, doctors, nutritionists, personal trainers, interior decorators, and so on. Going to see a psychotherapist for support and guidance in dealing with emotional or interpersonal issues is not much different than going to see one of these consultants for help in another area of your …
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Oct
2008
How is Psychotherapy Different from Talking with Friends and Family?
By: Deaf Counseling Center
Category: Counseling, Psychology, Videos
Vlog Summary: Many people wonder what psychotherapists can offer them that their closest friends and family members cannot. There are many times when a good heart-to-heart talk with a friend can do wonders for cheering up one’s mood and can even bring a new perspective to a problem. You are truly lucky if you have people in your life with …
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